This Thanksgiving, we thought we'd start a dialogue about mental health. It's actually a conversation that's been going on for a while now in our country – for many different reasons. We're dedicating our whole show today to mental health, and while we won't presume to cover it all, we'll take a deep dive, covering politics, policy, personal stories and one man's quest to uncover a family mystery. Listen and read more below.

Hear what listeners told us about their experiences with mental health.

Feature

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One Man’s Quest For The Truth About A Forgotten Relative Ends At San Antonio State Hospital

Jason Lucadou wanted to learn why his great-great-grandfather was “chopped” from the family tree. He found out that the reason was rooted in stigma.

Interviews

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Texas Lawmakers Made Progress With Mental Health Policy In 2019, But There’s Much Left To Do In 2021

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When It Comes To Workers And Mental Health, Employers Are Stepping In When Insurers Fall Short

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With Judicial Commission On Mental Health, Civil And Criminal Courts Join Forces

Commentary

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The Trauma Of Raising Children In The Age Of Mass Shootings

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Mental Health Isn’t Just One Thing, But There Are Common Symptoms That Can Fuel Disorders

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San Antonio Officers ‘Ernie And Joe’ Are Changing The Way Police Respond To Mental Health Calls

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Aug. 1, 1966: When No One Knew What A Mass Shooting Felt Like

Host/Executive Producer: Laura Rice

Editor: Terri Langford

Audio Editor: Leah Scarpelli

Social Media Editor: Wells Dunbar

Digital Editor: Caroline Covington

Digital Producer: Shelly Brisbin

Reporting and production: Kristen Cabrera, Caroline Covington, Joy Díaz, Terri Langford and Laura Rice

Special thanks to: David Alvarez and Casey Cheek